Guitar-Happy Guy with a Mission: To Enrich Kids Musically

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH At first glance, Subhashish Ghosh comes across as the quintessential friendly neighbour—polite, helpful, and always ready to lend a hand. Rarely seen without his beloved guitar, he treats it as an extension of himself, a lifeline that fuels his passion. Though he earns his livelihood in the corporate world, Subhashish lives and breathes music. Hailing from a modest middle-class family in the … Continue reading Guitar-Happy Guy with a Mission: To Enrich Kids Musically

Music Is the Food of Love for Kaushiki

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH Kaushiki Deb grew up surrounded by dozens of musically devoted uncles and aunts—a testament to the sprawling extended families typical of India. One of her fondest childhood memories is singing in the dark with relatives until the power returned. Though her father was a doctor, and she was expected to follow in his footsteps, young Kaushiki was drawn irresistibly to vocal music. … Continue reading Music Is the Food of Love for Kaushiki

Aparna Lahiri: Music on Her Mind

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH As a member of the vibrant cultural scene in the National Capital, I have had the pleasure of interacting with many highly talented individuals deeply immersed in music. These passionate women share a profound love for vocal music and much in common. All hail from ordinary middle-class backgrounds, with music running in their veins—thanks to parents or close relatives well-trained in the … Continue reading Aparna Lahiri: Music on Her Mind

Analjit

BY RUCHIRA GHOSH The Corporate Guy Who Aims for Stardom While Analjit Chakraborty is busy deftly handling customers at his desk in a Blue Dart office located in one of Kolkata’s busiest commercial districts, one might mistake him for an ordinary corporate professional, much like many others we encounter daily. Few would realize that this tall, handsome gentleman is an emerging movie star with several … Continue reading Analjit